Crispy Baked Chickpea Patties with Fresh Herbs

Crispy baked chickpea patties with fresh herbs are a healthier, delicious alternative to traditional burgers. After making this recipe dozens of times, I’ve discovered the trick to keeping them together is to use canned chickpeas instead of dried. The result is a perfectly crispy exterior and a tender, flavorful interior. These patties are light, fresh, and full of herbs, making them a perfect appetizer or main dish. Try them with my Grilled Tuna Steak with Fresh Mango Avocado Salsa or Crispy Ranch Potatoes Recipe for Easy Air Fryer Dinner. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Grilled Tuna Steak with Fresh Mango Avocado Salsa and Crispy Ranch Potatoes Recipe for Easy Air Fryer Dinner.

What You'll Need for Crispy Baked Chickpea Patties with Fresh Herbs

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

• 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley
• 2 tbsp fresh cilantro
• 1 small shallot
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 large egg
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp onion powder
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
• Optional: Lemon wedges
• Optional: Tzatziki or Greek yogurt
• Optional: Fresh herbs for garnish

How to Make Crispy Baked Chickpea Patties with Fresh Herbs

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Step 2: In a food processor, combine chickpeas, breadcrumbs, parsley, cilantro, shallot, garlic, egg, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Pulse until the mixture is combined but still has some texture.
3. Step 3: Form the mixture into 8-10 patties, about 1/4 cup each, and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until crispy and golden brown.

Storing & Reheating Crispy Baked Chickpea Patties with Fresh Herbs

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Make-ahead tip: These patties can be made ahead and reheated in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes.

Freezing Crispy Baked Chickpea Patties with Fresh Herbs

Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes. Microwave: Microwave for 30-45 seconds, then crisp up in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5 minutes.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: For extra flavor, try adding a pinch of cayenne pepper to the mixture.
• Best substitution: If you don't have fresh herbs, you can use 1 tbsp dried parsley and 1 tsp dried cilantro.
• Make-ahead: These patties can be made ahead and reheated in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes.
• Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled for meal prepping.
• Troubleshooting: If your patties are falling apart, try using canned chickpeas instead of dried. The softer texture helps bind the patties.

Crispy Baked Chickpea Patties with Fresh Herbs

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Prep

15 mins

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Cook

20 mins

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Total

35 mins

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Serves

8-10 patties

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Diet

Vegetarian

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley
• 2 tbsp fresh cilantro
• 1 small shallot
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 large egg
• Salt and pepper to taste

Seasonings

• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp onion powder
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)

Optional Toppings

• Lemon wedges
• Tzatziki or Greek yogurt
• Fresh herbs for garnish

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Step 2: In a food processor, combine chickpeas, breadcrumbs, parsley, cilantro, shallot, garlic, egg, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Pulse until the mixture is combined but still has some texture.
3. Step 3: Form the mixture into 8-10 patties, about 1/4 cup each, and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until crispy and golden brown.

Notes

• Chef tip: For extra flavor, try adding a pinch of cayenne pepper to the mixture.
• Best substitution: If you don't have fresh herbs, you can use 1 tbsp dried parsley and 1 tsp dried cilantro.
• Make-ahead: These patties can be made ahead and reheated in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes.
• Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled for meal prepping.
• Troubleshooting: If your patties are falling apart, try using canned chickpeas instead of dried. The softer texture helps bind the patties.

Storage

• Fridge: Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
• Freezer: Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
• Oven reheat: Reheat at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes.
• Microwave reheat: Microwave for 30-45 seconds, then crisp up in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5 minutes.
• Make ahead: These patties can be made ahead and reheated in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 120
• Protein: 6g
• Fat: 3g
• Carbs: 18g
• Fiber: 3g
• Sugar: 1g
• Sodium: 200mg
• Cholesterol: 20mg
• Sat. Fat: 0.5g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

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A Warm Final Note

I can’t wait for you to try Crispy Baked Chickpea Patties with Fresh Herbs and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!